Who Are You?

Have you ever felt like there's a constant battle raging inside you? A tug-of-war between your desires and what you know is right? You're not alone. This internal struggle is a universal human experience, but understanding its roots can be the key to unlocking your true spiritual potential.

At the core of this conflict lies a profound truth: we are spiritual beings having a human experience. Our spirits are perfect, aligned with God's will, but our minds and bodies often resist this higher calling. The Apostle Paul recognized this dichotomy, acknowledging the war between our spirit and our "flesh" – our natural, unrenewed mind.  This realization is crucial because it highlights a startling fact: your natural mind, left unchecked, is programmed to act contrary to God's will. It's a sobering thought, isn't it? But don't despair – this is precisely why the renewal of our minds is so vital to our spiritual growth.

Consider Ephesians 2:1-2 (AMP): "And you He made alive when you were dead (slain) by [your] trespasses and sins in which you once walked. You were following the course and fashion of this world... following the prince of the power of the air."  This passage reminds us of our former state – spiritually dead and unknowingly following the enemy's lead. But here's the good news: through Christ, we've been made alive! Our spirits have been reborn, perfect and complete. The challenge now lies in aligning our minds and bodies with this new spiritual reality.

So how do we bridge this gap between our perfect spirit and our unrenewed mind? The answer lies in focusing our attention on our spirit – the part of us that's already in perfect communion with God. 1 John 2:20 tells us, "But you have an unction from the Holy One, and you know all things." This "unction" or anointing is the power of the Holy Spirit residing within us, granting us access to divine wisdom and knowledge.

Here's a paradigm-shifting truth: we aren't trying to get anything from God. Everything we need has already been provided. Our task is to learn how to release what's already within us. This understanding transforms our approach to prayer and spiritual growth. Instead of begging God for blessings, we're learning to tap into the unlimited resources He's already placed inside us.  This concept of "in Christ realities" is revolutionary. There are over 100 scriptures in the Bible that describe who we are and what we have "in Christ." For instance, Romans 8:1 declares, "There is therefore now no condemnation to those who are in Christ Jesus." When we truly grasp these truths, it revolutionizes our self-perception and our approach to life's challenges.

But how do we practically apply these truths? It starts with renewing our minds. Romans 12:2 urges us, "Do not be conformed to this world, but be transformed by the renewing of your mind." This renewal process involves consistently exposing ourselves to God's Word and allowing it to reshape our thinking patterns.

As we embrace these spiritual realities, we begin to experience a profound transformation. We move from living reactive, emotion-driven lives to purposeful, Spirit-led existences. We start to see ourselves as God sees us – as His children, empowered and equipped for every good work.  This journey of spiritual growth and alignment isn't always easy. It requires discipline, persistence, and a willingness to challenge our ingrained thought patterns. But the rewards are immeasurable. As we learn to live from our spirits rather than our flesh, we tap into a wellspring of divine power, wisdom, and love.

Remember, you are not just a physical being trying to have a spiritual experience. You are a spiritual being, temporarily housed in a physical body, with the DNA of God Himself within you. You have everything you need to fulfill your divine purpose already inside you.
So, let's commit to renewing our minds daily. Let's choose to speak life and truth over ourselves and others. Let's embrace our identity in Christ and live from that place of spiritual authority and power. As we do, we'll find ourselves walking in greater freedom, peace, and purpose than we ever thought possible.

The battle between flesh and spirit is real, but the victory has already been won. It's time to step into the fullness of who you are in Christ. Join us this Sunday, April 27, 2025 at 8:30am as I begin a new series titled "In Christ Realities." Come discover who you are in Christ and unleash your true spiritual potential.